Koh Phra Thong - Koh Ra Thailand Coast Ecosystems
The Andaman coast off Khuraburi is fortunate to host three distinctive and highly important marine eco-systems.
- Mangrove Forest
- Seagrass
- Coral Reef
The importance of these habitats can not be underestimated in their respective roles in maintaining the health and fecundity of the surrounding seas.
Mangrove, Reef & Seagrass Nurseries
Juveniles of a large number of marine species reside in seagrass, mangrove and coastal reef locations throughout their infancy. Many then migrate to the open ocean during maturity.
These environments also provide homes for a broad range of other species. Unique members of the plant and animal kingdom can only be found within these intricate ecosystems. For example the highly endangered Dugong are still sighted in the waterways around Koh Ra and Koh Phra Thong.
Densest Mangrove Forests in Thailand
Thankfully, this part of the Andaman coastline still has some of the largest mangrove forest in Thailand. The sea grass coverage was significantly damaged during the 2004 Tsunami, as was some of the more exposed reef.
Nevertheless regrowth of these important marine habitats has been evident in the last few years and as long as other environmental stressors can be kept at bay then hopefully they will regain their former splendour.
Marine Conservation Opportunities
For the 2009-2010 season Blue Guru Diving will be running special eco dive trips around Koh Phra Thong and Koh Ra. The initial purpose of these explorations will be to gain information on the marine life in and around the mangroves, to investigate and monitor the coverage of sub-tidal seagrass beds and to record vital data on the resurgent coral reef in Golden Buddha Bay.
Why not join a Blue Guru eco dive adventure and help uncover the secrets of some of Thailand's most remarkable underwater habitats?
PADI Dive Courses
Diving courses on Koh Phra Thong are conducted by the PADI Instructors from Blue Guru. A full range of PADI courses are offered up to Assistant Instructor. Also 18 different PADI specialty courses for refining skills and knowledge.
Dive Trips
Certified divers can enjoy a selection of fun diving day trip options. There are shore diving opportunities from the beach where Blue Guru dive centre is located. They are also able to arrange day/multi day trips to the Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock
Thailand Divemaster Training
Blue Guru offer all inclusive Divemaster internships with scuba diving in the Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock. With exclusive tropical beaches and genuine local diving direct from the shore - training in such a location is a rare opportunity.
Eco-Diving
The diverse number of eco-systems in this part of Thaialnd provide habitats for a vast number of species of coral and fishes. Blue Guru provide a host of eco options that give visitors a better understanding of the underwater world.
